Why I Finished My No Buy Year a Few Weeks Early
This year, I embarked on a No Buy Year and truly enjoyed the experience. While I wasn’t perfect at following the rules, the essence of a No Buy Year isn’t...
Continue ReadingWhat Was the Point of My No Buy Year?
At the end of 2023, I was overwhelmed, stressed, and weighed down—quite literally—by my possessions. It felt as though my belongings were a giant weight, crushing my space and my...
Continue ReadingDid I Achieve My No Buy Year Goals?
During 2024, I committed to a No Buy Year. I actually finished a month early, in December, so technically, I completed 11 months of a No Buy season. Still, it...
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simplicity and financial freedom
What is Simple Living?
In today’s fast-paced world, many of us are yearning for a simpler, more intentional way of life. But what exactly does that mean? Over a lovely dinner with a friend this week, we discussed ‘what is simple living.’ Then I...
Read MoreNine-Month Check-In: My No Buy Year
September has come and gone, and I’m still going strong (ish) with my No Buy Year! As we head into the Christmas season, I’ve been starting to purchase gifts for loved ones. (Gifts fall outside the scope of my No...
Read MoreWhy I Quit My Job -Breaking Free from the 9-to-5: Embracing a Slower, More Intentional Life
I have a permanent, well-paying job. Last week, I handed in my two weeks’ notice. I resigned. You may be thinking, WHHHHHHHHHHHHYYYYYYYYYYYYY??? Inflation is going up; cost of living is going up. Why? The answer is going to be long....
Read MoreFinding My Simple Life: The Challenge of Building an Emergency Fund
Last year I really needed to quit my job. I was in a work environment that was not a good place for me. I also was feeling burnt out, like I needed some time off to rest and recover. However,...
Read MoreNo Buy Year – Eight Month Check-In
For those just joining, I’m in the midst of a No Buy Year, where I’ve committed to not buying anything non-essential (with a few exceptions like coffee out and necessities). August has flown by in a delightful whirlwind of normal...
Read MoreHow to Celebrate Christmas on a Budget: Tips for a Simple Holiday Season
Christmas for me is the most wonderful time of the year. I love the smell of yummy cookies and chats over hot chocolate and candlelight. I love that the world seems to slow down and becomes more generous, loving and...
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